Sunday, January 25, 2009

So much has happened over the past few months. Life has been a whirlwind. I will briefly write about the most important things. I am anxious to get caught up. Most recently was the unexpected passing of my Dad, T. Dennis Barney on January 5, 2009. My Dad was the most loving and kind person you'd ever meet. He made everyone feel like they were his best friend. He was genuine and kind and would do whatever he could to help anyone in need. I am so grateful for my Dad. He always made me feel like I was important. He'd drop anything just to make sure we were happy. Family was his number one priority and we knew it. My Dad was faithful and loved to serve others. He loved our Savior and he did everything in his life to live righteously. He has been such a great example to me on how to be. We have all been touched by his life and he has left a great legacy to follow.

What a beautiful day this was. Everything went so well. Kade and I were so excited to finally have our families together.

They all got along great. My family loved Kades family instantly. Being in the temple together with all our loved ones was amazing. I'm so grateful for Kade. I am grateful to him for his testimony and love of the gospel. He is a wonderful husband and I can't wait to spend eternity with him.

We were so blessed to have my Dad for the time we did. There are so many things that I will miss about him. I loved how excited he'd get when we'd talk about the ranch. I will miss him calling and checking in with us. I will miss his big hugs we'd get EVERY time we saw him. I loved how positive and uplifting he was. I love his sweet relationship with my mom. I will miss his great cooking. I will miss him making fun of my 80's music, Boingo Boingo(really Oingo Boingo). I loved our visits about the gospel. If I didn't understand he'd always explain it with such tenderness. He has such faith and such a strong testimony . He loves his Savior Jesus Christ and lived righteously. He loved unconditionally, he served abundantly, and was the best dad ever.